To say Comic-Con is a big deal would be an understatement.  The convention kicks off tonight at the San Diego Convention Center and runs through the weekend. Quite a few heavy hitters plan to attend from James Cameron generating more fans for Avatar to Mickey Rourke promoting Iron Man 2.  We mustn’t forget televisions shows from “Heroes” to “Burn Notice.”

Some folks call Comic-Con an audition for Hollywood.  I rather think of it as a promotional frenzy for those who twitter and visit YouTube for a glimpse of the upcoming films and television shows.  Scott Bowles of USA Today calls it a “kind of an American Idol-style tryout for Hollywood.”

Unfortunately, I won’t be there this year, but hope to report anyhow through intelligence from Internet acquaintances.  But, don’t get me wrong, I wish I could be there in the frenzy. My email cache is filled with invitations from various media outlets inviting me to visit their booths or view their footage. Alas!

With that being said, USA Today posted a very informative point of view on Comic-Con with a little bit of history added to the hype.  You will also find plenty of production stills from Iron Man 2. 

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